Review of Pai Cream for Combination Skin
By Debra S.
Packaging
A small sample jar of Pai Cream for Combination Skin was sent, basically a clear plastic jar with a white lid which screws off. A clear safmat type label used plain black lettering which was easy to read, but only gave the above product name. There was no product information on the jar.
Application
It is a fairly stiff white moisturiser which is quite thick and non-greasy and easy to apply. This Pai Geranium & Thistle Combination Skin Cream appears white at first on the skin, but if you rub it gently, it sinks in within about ten seconds. If you don’t, it will stay for a while on the skin surface. I found the smell as expected and loved the geranium odour, which is quite strong. Once applied to the skin, it is no longer noticeable. I did resort to using a couple of layers of this Pai Cream for Combination Skin though, as it was not particularly moisturizing.
Ingredients
I had to look at their website for further information regarding ingredients of this Pai Skincare product other than geranium and thistle. The website is very visual and easy to use, with “try Pai before you buy” samples (post and packaging has to be paid for though). There is certainly plenty of information available and I think it is a good website. The main ingredient of this Pai Geranium and Thistle Face Cream is purified water, however, although it does contain several oils such as jojoba, borage and manuka. There is also a corn based emulsifier, vitamin E, rosemary antioxidant, juniper and lavender. This is said to be suitable for vegans and soil association certified.
Results
It is difficult to say, as I was only sent a tiny sample of the Pai Cream for Combination Skin and the small jar was only about one third full. I used it morning and night for three days and then it ran out. I would say that a moisturiser needs
to be used at least twice a day for a week to see results. I would not say that my skin felt very moisturised afterwards and it stayed the same in texture, with no visible improvements. I could not honestly say that I was impressed.
Pros: Pai Cream for Combination Skin is based on natural ingredients
It was non-greasy
The odour was gorgeous
Suitable for vegans
Cons: It was not very moisturizing
Disappointed to see purified water as the main ingredient
No visible improvements to skin
Pai Cream for Combination Skin (£22.00) and Pai Organics are available at naturisimo.com
